Feels So Good
Chuck Mangione · 1977
45 min · 6 tracks · jazz
Lush melodies intertwine with vibrant brass arrangements, creating a smooth yet dynamic jazz fusion experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Feels So Good — This track stands out as the album's centerpiece, combining catchy melodies with intricate brass harmonies that exemplify Mangione's signature style.
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Maui-Waui — With its tropical feel and expansive arrangement, this piece captures the essence of relaxation while showcasing Mangione's adeptness at blending genres.
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Last Dance — This track showcases a dynamic shift with its emotive themes and rhythmic complexity, illustrating Mangione's versatility as a composer and performer.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong melodies and arrangements, contributing to its appeal in both jazz and mainstream circles.
What we noticed
- The title track features a prominent flugelhorn melody that is supported by layered brass harmonies and a steady rhythm section.
- Each of the six tracks maintains a consistent mid-tempo groove, with dynamic shifts in instrumentation that keep the listener engaged.
- The album closes with a track that introduces a more complex arrangement, layering multiple melodic lines that create a rich texture.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- for relaxed gatherings
- melodic flugelhorn highlights
- inviting danceable rhythms
Maybe skip if you
- seek instant gratification
- prefer fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1977, Chuck Mangione was riding high from his previous success, particularly with the hit 'Feels So Good' which helped him transition from jazz musician to mainstream popularity. This album served as a cornerstone in his career, following his breakthrough with the Grammy-winning 'Children of Sanchez' and establishing him as a prominent figure in the smooth jazz genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· David Sanborn· Spyro Gyra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Feels So Good 9:42
- 2 Maui-Waui 10:13
- 3 Theme From "Side Street" 2:05
- 4 Hide & Seek (Ready or Not Here I Come) 6:25
- 5 Last Dance 10:54
- 6 The XIth Commandment 6:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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